CNC Machinist - Entry Level
- LocationCorpus Christi, TX
- Work typeOn-site
- Salary18 to 22 USD an hour
- EmploymentFull-time
- Posted12 November 2026
- SourceCogent Talent Solutions's careers page (Lever)
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At a glance
- EducationAssociate degree
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About the role
Position Summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic entry-level Machinist to join our oil and gas machine shop. In this supportive role, you will learn hands-on setup, operation, deburring, and inspection of manufacturing equipment under the guidance of experienced mentors. We will train you to interpret engineering drawings, monitor part quality, and safely operate machinery in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Under the direction of a supervisor and/or experienced machinist, responsible for quality parts produced on all manufacturing equipment. Reports all out of tolerances or machine malfunction to supervisor
- Responsible for set-up, operation, deburring and inspection of quality parts for conformance to requirements.
- Studies and interprets drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations and setup requirements.
- Be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
Qualifications
- 0 - 2 years experience operating a CNC Mill or Lathe preferred
- Experience with Okuma or HAAS brand machines preferred
- Associates degree or certification in precision machining or machine tool technology preferred
- Communicate in English (both written and oral)
- Be able to follow written and oral instructions
- Must possess basic math skills
- Basic knowledge and application of precision measuring instruments: calipers, ID and OD micrometers, depth gages, indicators and scales
- Basic knowledge of reading drawings
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